Forest Technician

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • *Home Headquartered, PA

11h • Remote

About The Position

Join the Department of Agriculture as a Limited Full-time Forest Technician and help protect Pennsylvania's natural landscapes. This role gives you the chance to work outdoors, learn valuable field skills, and make a meaningful difference. You will support efforts to detect and manage the Spotted Lanternfly while gaining hands-on experience. Be part of a team that works every day to safeguard our forests. This position supports statewide efforts to detect and control the Spotted Lanternfly through field surveys and pest management activities.

Requirements

• An associate’s degree in forest technology; or Completion of equivalent formal education in forestry.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• Possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pest surveys, inspect trees, communicate with property owners, and place or maintain traps
• Collect insect samples from traps and submit them to headquarters staff for identification
• Evaluate properties to determine suitability for pest treatment or survey activities
• Enter survey and site information accurately following established protocols
• Apply pesticides safely to control the Spotted Lanternfly or its host plants
• Maintain a weekly log of survey duties and field activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree